methylated spirits

or methylated spirit

noun

, (usually used with a singular verb)

1. ethyl alcohol denatured with methyl alcohol for the purpose of preventing its use as an alcoholic beverage.

methylated spirits

noun

1. functioning as singular or plural alcohol that has been denatured by the addition of methanol and pyridine and a violet dye Also calledmethomeths

Word History and Origins

Origin of methylated spirits¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Initial reports suggest the experiment involved sodium bicarbonate and methylated spirits, said outlet 9news.

From BBC

In addition to prescription medications, she used methylated spirits, tea tree oil, and even put toothpaste on the spots.

From BBC

There is no context in which one’s own account of drinking methylated spirits can sound dignified, let alone heroic or “cool”.

From The Guardian

To preserve from insects, the plants, after mounting, are often brushed over with a liquid formed by the solution of � ℔. each of corrosive sublimate and carbolic acid in 1 gallon of methylated spirits.

From Project Gutenberg

She was given a strong metal receptacle half filled with methylated spirits in which corrosive sublimate had been dissolved.

From Project Gutenberg